ARTICLES | A Better Sleep - Part 18

May 8, 2019January 30, 2021

Does good sleep make you live longer?

Is lack of sleep a killer?

It is well known that sleep affects general health, and a strong suspicion that it affects longevity too. Several studies have put this to the test. Continue reading “Does good sleep make you live longer?”

May 3, 2019February 2, 2021

Dental Appliances for the Management of Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)

OSA is a potentially fatal disease of epidemic proportions in our society today. With 26% of Canadians estimated to have OSA (5.4M Canadians) chances are that you or someone close to you has OSA. Management is crucial and the two primary ways are by CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) which comprises a mask, bedside pump and joining hose and OAT (Oral Appliance Therapy), which comprise an oral appliance similar to a mouth guard. Both have advantages and disadvantages.

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